Mission Statement

The Advisory Board on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse (ABADA) and the Alaska Mental Health Board (AMHB) are the state agencies charged with planning and coordinating behavioral health services funded by the State of Alaska. The joint mission of AMHB and ABADA is to advocate for programs and services that promote healthy, independent, productive Alaskans.

Vision: Alaskans living healthy, productive lives

AMHB and ABADA work together with constituents to make Alaska a place where everyone has the opportunity for a meaningful life through access to a holistic and person-centered array of services delivered with competence, respect, and compassion.